Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 | A ride dedicated to my late father |

[@MarkSteedman-o2y]

So sorry to hear your such recent news, a lovely tribute. My father passed away 2019, he loved his rides on his Royal Enfield so he’s with me in spirit every time I ride out on my classic 350 👍

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Mark, that’s a lovely ❤️

[@birchwoodbiker]

My thoughts are with you, and your old fella will be watching you and be proud👍👍👍

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks BB.

[@simonhall5086]

Lovely tribute Ian. Sounded like a nice fellow, with a cheeky sense of humour. Its funny you should mention the nagging feeling you get when you're out riding. I came home after half an hour the other day coz of all the bicycles out at the weekend, hogging the narrow roads. It didn't feel safe overtaking them. Stick to a Midweek ride from now on 👍 All the best ❤️

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Absolutely Simon, many thanks.

[@Peter234100]

A great tribute to your Dad Ian, they can never be replaced but leave you with there love and wisdom.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Peter.

[@BlakesPipes]

Dad's with a good sense of humor is worth its weight in gold. My dad's sense of humor is non existent. He is always a serious person. But a good dad, just not to joke with. Most of the time..... all of the time, he doesn't get it.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Blake. Dad was quite dry, some didn’t get the joke, or banter. I have that trait too, sometimes it can be taken as sarcasm, but not meant that way…..purely banter.

[@martintraffordmoorlandbike7121]

A nice way to honour your Dad's memory Ian. Nicely put together - made me think about my own parents, whom we lost over 10 years ago. 👍

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

@martintraffordmoorlandbike7121 thanks Martin. I missed lots of things I wanted to say, but the thought was there.

[@dezmondwhitney1208]

I am sorry for your loss Ian. It is right to do something nice like this in his memory.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Dezmond 👍

[@daveyjones6465]

My condolences to you and your family Ian, it's always good to reminisce about the older memories we've had with our parents at a younger age. I enjoyed the video as usual that bike is turning out to be at least as good as we all thought it would 👍🇬🇧

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Davey. Loving the Guerrilla more and more.

[@glynntipper9354]

Thankyou for a most enjoyable video Ian, great to hear you speaking with such passion for your late father, family are most important and after the passing of mum in June, things seem strange now and what the undertaker said to me when finalising mum funeral about being the matriarch of the family certainly makes me think, we were lucky in having a minister who did both my parents funerals and spoke with passion because she knew them in life, all the best to you and your family, ride safe.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Glynn. With the passing of my dad, it now makes me the eldest Hughes. 😳.

[@LifetimeBiker]

Very nice "Memorial" ride Ian , Thank you for sharing with us , Your Dad sounds like a Grand Man indeed.🙏❤‍🩹👍

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thank you

[@mencewilkinson9625]

As always, an enjoyable watch, thank you.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Mence

[@TheMagictrx]

A nicely done tribute for your Dad.. we bike riders can relate to a solo ride out to clear your head, don't matter where your going.. You clearly respected him and he meant a lot to you- that's nice.. My father had no interest in vehicles, and in truth, we didn't get on, so its nice that you did ! I'm still awaiting my Guerrilla, but am looking forward to trips out in 2025- my daughter lives in Liverpool, and I'v never been to Oulton park, so that might have to be made into a weekend when there's some bike racing on .. Ilive near the Humber bridge, so will post some photo's up on the Guerrilla group of some scenic spots of North Lincolnshire.. Keep on riding and doing your video's .. All the best- Brian.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks for taking the time to type this Brian, much appreciated. You are going to love the Guerrilla when you get it. Just get that pain the backside 311 miles done, and all will be well.

[@patmaher5500]

So sorry for your family's loss, but great hearing you talking about your dad and how he helped shape your life and give so many fond memories. Bike sounds good with the extra rev range too.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Pat

[@kevbaldwin9552]

Condolences to you and your family Ian ,"Here's to your dad "

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Kev

[@ruahinesrider]

Good how you rode down memory lane literally 😉to remember times with your Dad.

[@ruahinesrider]

Filtered past the police 🚔, they were probably jealous as their bikes got panniers & wider so don't attempt it unless gap is real wide.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks RR.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Out of shot, I stuck my leg out in recognition 😉

[@markhinde6187]

I enjoyed that, and I bet your family will as well, thanks for sharing it with us.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Mark. Hopefully the family will watch when they are ready 👍

[@adrianstrand1120]

Nice tribute to Dad Ian, lost my dad in 1992, he signed reluctantly the HP agreement for my first bike, a new Honda 250 Superdream ! I remember long before mobile phones calling him on a pay phone from Glenridding at 5am to wake him up for his 12 hour day shift, I’d gone riding on a warm summers night.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Brilliant Adrian. Cheers

[@Coastriderscotland]

A lovely film of your memories of your Dad Ian Cheers Bruce

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Bruce.

[@crumblymal8479]

A really good watch Ian well done talk about potholes jeez there were some doozies on some of them roads This is a beautiful time of year when the sun shines and all the leaves are turning , enjoyed everything a super tribute to your dad all the very best mate great pic's at the end and look forward to the next one .

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Mal, the next ones are from still running in, but I actually enjoyed the rides so worth sharing 👍

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Very nice tribute to your Dad Ian.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks pinkie.

[@mauriceridesout]

Looked like a nice ride out! Gotta love them while you got them. 💪

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Maurice.

[@ianhalliwell8604]

Nice one Ian a great tribute to your dad, unfortunately my dad died many year's ago he'd no interest in bikes i think the reason for that was because the last time he road one was at Monte Casino when the German's were shooting at him.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

I can understand that, we think we have problems when out on bikes, doesn't compare 🤣

[@dinomalta712]

Sorry to hear of your sad loss, my Dad passed 20 years ago, and I still miss him but have memories of the time we had together, time is a healer. Colin mentioned you and your channel in a recent vlog, seems you gained another fan! All the BEST to you and yours, at this sad time. Cheers, DINO.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Dino. Yes, Colin has been a subscriber to my little channel for a while, completely unbeknown to me, I am subscribed to him now too.

[@droneon29]

Good morning Ian, I'm so sorry to hear your sad news, but what a beautiful tribute to your father this video is, I loved the old pictures you posted, reminded me of the ones I have of my parents, I lost my dad when I was 10 years old and there was such a lot I never had the chance to share with him, your memories are precious of your farther, the bike is running great, take care mate, and thanks again for sharing this ......... Colin ☺️

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Colin. It was all a bit of a mish mash 😂, trying to think what to say, and concentrate on all the numpties on the road proved to be a challenge on this occasion.

[@droneon29]

You did a great job mate 😊

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

@droneon29 thank you

[@melfzs]

That was a nice tribute ride to your Dad Ian ,and I'm pleased it was bright weather for you as well , He sounded a decent family man , and his sense of humour reflects in your regular comments on the driving habits of the motorists you keep encountering! 😅😅 Best wishes to you all . Mel .

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

😂 thanks Mel.

[@keithtomkinson4781]

That's the best ride you'll ever do Ian ❤

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Keith

[@chrisweeks6973]

That's a really nice tribute to your dad, Ian; I'm sure that he'd have appreciated it. Clearly, he had good taste, as the A7 Shooting Star was a lovely bike. Thank you also for taking us along for the ride and it was nice to see Oulton Park; last time I went there was back in 1969!

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Chris. I seem to think it was about that time dad took me there….certainly late 60’s / early 70’s. Although the track layout is pretty much the same (with a couple of added chicane’s), the infield has changed dramatically since then.

[@chrisweeks6973]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield Time flies, Ian! I take it you've heard the Blaster Bates record, 'Laughter with a Bang' and the naming of Knicker Brook? It's here on YT.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Will have a look……I did hear why Knickerbrook got it’s name 😂

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Just watched, funny.

[@momarsden3053]

Hi lan 👋. That was a lovely tribute vlog for your Dad. Sending you, Ann & your family best wishes at this sad time. Regards, Mo.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Mo, much appreciated. I will pass all these lovely comments on to the family.

[@HARLEYMAN5521AGAIN]

Well done , I did a blog on my old channel days after my mom’s funeral, I suppose it was similar. Lovely thoughtful thing to do , hats off sir!

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thank you. Very kind of you to say so.

[@malcolmtaylor3231]

Hi Ian, I enjoyed the video, very heartwarming hearing you talk about your dad, Scorpio is sounding great with those extra revs 😊, could tell you are enjoying it more since the 4000 limit has been passed. Yes some of those roads looked shocking, I liked the little whoop when you went over the humpy bridge. Looking forward to the next video. Best regards to you and your family at this sad time.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Malcolm. Can’t beat a motorcycle for therapy. Scorpio is going to be so much fun. Off home tomorrow for a few days to give my head a rest, before coming back down to stay with mum for a while. Obviously Scorpio will be coming with us 😎

[@malcolmtaylor3231]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield yep I quite agree, nothing like going out for a blast on the bike, but you still need ya wits about you, I was coming home from work yesterday, this ar..hole pulled right out in front of me, I think once you get on a bike you become invisible 🫥. Regards to your mum.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

@malcolmtaylor3231 absolutely, have to have our eyes everywhere, and predict what the numpties are going to do next. I will pass on your thoughts to mum. Thank you

[@malcolmtaylor3231]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield you are welcome. 👍

[@AngloSaxon1]

Great video

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thank you.

[@Wigglesway]

Nicely done, enjoyed listening to some stories of your Dad and travelling some familiar roads to him and us around this area. Condolences once again to you and family. Scorpio is looking good and certainly seems to go well, it’s colour scheme reminds me off old school Shell Oils branding which I like. Take care and see you soon.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Nige. I hadn’t looked at the colours that way, but you are right 👍 Similar to “Heron Suzuki” colours too ☺️

[@phillipmoore8114]

Your a good man sir

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thank you.

[@michaelgilbert3311]

What a lovely send off for your dad Ian. Fond memories will last forever.Take care, ride safely and enjoy your ride outs., Hope to catch up with you very soon Bfn Mike Sunny Wales

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Mike. We have rescheduled to be at Barmouth in December, will let you know when 👍

[@michaelgilbert3311]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield great talk soon

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

@michaelgilbert3311 👍

[@paulsilson2148]

Down memory lane with your Dad , those were the simpler days I'd say , didn't know about worries as a kid , late 60 s and 70s. Ride on , once a biker , always a biker.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Absolutely Paul, thank you.

[@paulsilson2148]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield welcome Ian

[@Peakwanderer]

Sorry to hear about your Dad Ian, I remember my Dad having a brand new yellow C70 to commute on which was kept in the front room of our two up two down terrace house with an outside loo. Sadly my Dad is also about to depart the world any day now.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

My thoughts are with you my friend. A tough time for all 😢

[@Ainsworth-Rider]

We don't mind it being so long it's taken me all day to watch it very emotional. RIP Mr Hughes, enjoy your pillion rides. I know my dad does when he's with me, but then again, I ride a lot slower and don't keep moneing about other motorists, probably because I can't keep up with them 😅😊

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks James. There were a couple of moments where I had to take a deep breath, especially towards the end of the video…I can’t help but moan about the 4 wheelers who get in my way 😂

[@Ainsworth-Rider]

@ianhughesroyalenfield Morning Ian just wait until you ride up to me when I'm driving the old tin can 🤣🤣🤣

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Shame you don’t still have the Austin 😎

[@tiger-rose-rides]

Sorry for your loss

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thank you.

[@birchwoodbiker]

I don't remember but my dad had a bike with sidecar, my two sister's and me were put in the side car my mum was on the back of the bike Times have changed👍👍👍

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

I wish my dad had done that instead of selling the A7 🫣😂

[@EyeDeal_666]

Sorry for your loss bud. I know it was a while ago, but I only just saw this. I like to think that although you were unaware, he was proudly sat pillion on his final ride with his son - possibly laughing to himself whilst he took the piss out of your "unreliable" Royal Enfield. Just make sure to check under the seat for an envelope full of tenner-sized BSA brochure clippings. He sounds like he was some guy.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thank you. It’s still hard to get used to, his funeral was last Tuesday. The Crem was packed which was nice, with many coming back to the wake, just chatting about him and his antics, he was quite a character. Not only have I lost my dad, but I have lost an ally too. He backed me, whilst my mum always backed my brother (and still does).

[@julianrose810]

Bit of a hooligan bike😮 parking over the NO PARKING sign 😂

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Had to be done 😳😊

[@PAGallagher]

Nice video Ian and good to see you stretching the legs on that beast of a bike after it's first service ....... easy tiger! Sounds like your dad and I might have been cut from the same cloth 😁that's a great one with the fake money in the first envelope ........ hope the second envelope had real money in it 😮😁 Cheers, Phil (Somerset)

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thankfully it did Phil, but talk about embarrassed at the till. Had to explain to the lady (who didn’t have a sense of humour), what it was all about 🙄, as I recall, she barely raised a grin 😂. Thoroughly enjoying the extra 2k revs 😎😈 Thanks

[@PAGallagher]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield What's life without a sense of humour? I get up every morning and look in the mirror ......... that's always good for a laugh 😁🤣 That was a nice respectful and thought provoking video celebrating your dad and so relevant with your dad being a seasoned biker himself ..... good stuff Ian. Just a foot note, I've also noticed that extra shove of power around 5000 rpm ....... nice, isn't it! 😊

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

@PAGallagher thanks Phil, yes when Scorpio hits about 5k, it is slightly reminiscent of a two stroke. Bloody ace 😂

[@PAGallagher]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield 👍😁

[@Ainsworth-Rider]

Morning Ian 😊what a great story about your dad and his Asda money 😂😂😂

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

🤣

[@derbyshireruralrider9398]

Sorry to hear your sad news

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Andrew

[@zedcharlie]

Sounds well Ian.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thanks Charlie

[@heritagehillsecurity8778]

I said a little prayer for your Dad.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thank you ☺️

[@BlakesPipes]

I confirmed I am OCD with the video. The rubber over cap on the left mirror is out of place. Then .y brains starts to think what did he do prior to this filming that he did not slid it back down. Then I thought how nice that bike would look with with bar ends.then I thought, I don't think he used that camera angle during the video.😮😂 just how my brain works

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Yes, I have to remove mirrors to get in the van. Keep forgetting to pull the sleeve back down. Rectified at Oulton Park 🤣

[@timparish172]

A lovely video Ian and a great tribute to your father. It brought back memories of my late father, a great practical joker. I did have to laugh at that roundabout when you said “You…..penis” 🤭

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

😂 thanks Tim…..quite restrained for me 😂

[@WladJurke]

Condolences, Ian. Hope it won't affect your motivation, losing one of most important spectators of yours…

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thank you……no, it won’t affect my motivation. My dad was a supporter of my channel, and motorcycles in general, so it spurns me on even more (if that’s possible 😂).

[@birchwoodbiker]

Bet you wish you still had the Mini they were horrible🤣🤣🤣one of my two subframes collasped and the gear stick used to come out of it's hole they were the days

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Mine had the long gear lever, wobbled all around, was hilarious. ….but I loved that car, probably as it was my first. Paid £25 for it back in 1979.

[@birchwoodbiker]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield £40 mine cost my dad sold it to me

[@annhughes2377]

So sad 😢x

[@BlakesPipes]

❤ love